“Chelsea is working hard to make sure the deal is completed as soon as possible,” said a source close to the negotiations.
DAILY EXPRESS
Chelsea is reportedly determined to wrap up a £50 million deal for highly-rated defender Dean Huijsen by mid-June, with Liverpool and Arsenal now facing rejection in their pursuit of the player.
The 17-year-old Dutch talent has caught the attention of several top clubs, but Chelsea is said to be leading the charge, eager to finalize the deal before the summer transfer window opens.
“Chelsea is working hard to make sure the deal is completed as soon as possible,” a source close to the negotiations revealed.
Liverpool and Arsenal had expressed interest in Huijsen, but both clubs are now being informed that the teenager is set to join Chelsea, who have reportedly outbid their rivals.
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